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WATCH ON DEMAND -CCFPJ MENTAL HEALTH & ETHICS – ADOLESCENTS HEALTH PT 3B
2025-12-01 00:00 - 2027-10-31 23:59 UTC | Zoom Room, Web-to-Web, Jamaica
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WATCH ON DEMAND - Women's Health Webinar Part II: Endocrinology & ENT & Ethics
2025-12-01 08:00 - 2026-12-30 17:00 | Zoom Room, Web-to-Web, Jamaica
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CCFP Jamaica Chapter – Women’s Health Webinar Part II: Endocrinology & ENT & Ethics
Date: December 1, 2025 – December 30, 2026
Duration:06:10:12
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General CME: 2.0 hours
Mental Health CME: 1.0 hour
Ethics CME: 1.0 hour

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Summary Summary
The webinar focused on women’s health issues in Jamaica, with presentations covering cardiovascular kidney metabolic syndrome, gestational diabetes, and various aspects of reproductive health. The meeting highlighted the importance of family medicine in the Caribbean and discussed the role of organizations like the Caribbean College of Family Physicians in advancing medical care. The final portion covered presentations on menopause, hormone replacement therapy, and ethical considerations in patient care, with emphasis on personalized treatment approaches and informed consent.

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ON DEMAND - Silent Struggles: The Overlooked Burden of Sleep Apnea on Women's Health and Mental Well-Being
2025-12-01 08:00 - 2026-12-31 17:00 | Zoom Room, Web-to-Web, Jamaica
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Silent Struggles: The Overlooked Burden of Sleep Apnea on Women’s Health and Mental Well-Being
Date: December 1, 2025 – October 30, 2026
Duration:02:04:35
CME: 2 (INCL 1 MENTAL HEALTH)
Presenters: Dr. Terry Baker, Consultant Pulmonologist and Dr Jordan Eaton, Psychiatrist

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Summary
The Caribbean College of Family Physicians Jamaica Chapter shared their initiatives supporting family physicians in Jamaica, including advocacy efforts, continuing medical education activities, and community outreach programs. Dr. Terry presented on sleep apnea’s impact on women, discussing its prevalence, symptoms, and treatment options, while Dayanandan and Paul Russell showcased various OTC and nutritional products from Indus Life Sciences and Abbott Nutritional. The webinar concluded with presentations by Dr. Jordan on the connection between sleep apnea and mental health in women, emphasizing the importance of screening and treatment, and Dr. Dave Levy thanked the presenters and organizers for their contributions to the event.

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ON DEMAND - CARIBBEAN COLLEGE OF FAMILY PHYSICIANS JAMAICA CHAPTER - Women’s Health Webinar Part II: Endocrinology & ENT & Ethics
2025-12-07 09:00 - 2026-09-30 15:30
Theme: Intersection between Physical and Mental Health in Women Exploring the Clinical and Ethical Considerations
Sunday September 21, 2025

CCFPJW~1

Programme

Moderator: Arna Brown-Morgan – Family Physician & Executive Board Member CCFPJa

9:05 am – 9:20am ZOOM ROOM OPEN – Pre-test & CCFP Promo (15min)
9:20 am – 9:25am Prayer – Arlene Henry-Dawkins Executive Board Member CCFPJa. (3-5min)
9:25 am – 9:30am Greetings & Overview – Dr. Seni Ononuju – President CCFPJa. Chapter (5min)
9:30 am – 10:10am Advances in endocrinology in Women’s Health: Prof. Marshall Tulloch-Reid – Prof. Epidemiology and Endocrinology (40 min)
10:10 am – 10:40 am Sponsor Presentation – (30 min)
10:40 am – 11:20 am Thyroid disorders: Diagnosis and management: Dr. Guyan Channer – Consultant Otolaryngologist (40 min)
11:20 am – 12:00 pm Gestational diabetes and reproductive endocrinology: Dr. Leo Walker – Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologist (40 min)
12:00 noon – 12:10 pm Questions and Answers (10 min)
PCOS – to be discussed

Moderator: Aileen Standard-Goldson – Family Physician & Executive Board Member CCFPJa

12:10 pm – 12:50 pm Obesity and metabolic syndrome: Dr. Karen Phillips – Consultant Endocrinologist (40 min)
12:50pm – 1:30 pm The Impact of Female sexual dysfunction on Women Wellbeing: Prof. Karen Carpenter – Prof. Gender, Sexuality and Psychology (40 min)
1:30 pm – 2:10 pm Osteoporosis the New Epidemic (with a case presentation): Dr. Mark Minott – Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon (40 min)
2:10 pm – 3:10 pm Pros and Cons of Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) in Women & Ethics of Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT): Balancing Benefits and Risks: Dr. Jordan Hardie – Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologist (60 min)
3:10 pm – 3:20 pm Questions and Answers (10 min)
3:20pm – 3:25 pm Vote of Thanks – Dr. Dane Levy – Secretary CCFPJa (5min)

NCCME 4 HRS (including 1 Mental Health & 1 Ethics)

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ON DEMAND - SLEEP APNEA AND IT EFFECTS ON WOMEN HEALTH & MENTAL HEALTH & SLEEP APNEA
2025-12-07 19:00 - 2026-10-30 21:00
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Silent Struggles: The Overlooked Burden of Sleep Apnea on Women’s Health and Mental Well-Being
CMES: 2 (INC’L 1 MENTAL HEALTH)
Date: December 7 2025- October 30, 2025
Duration:02:04:35

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The Caribbean College of Family Physicians Jamaica Chapter shared their initiatives supporting family physicians in Jamaica, including advocacy efforts, continuing medical education activities, and community outreach programs. Dr. Terry presented on sleep apnea’s impact on women, discussing its prevalence, symptoms, and treatment options, while Dayanandan and Paul Russell showcased various OTC and nutritional products from Indus Life Sciences and Abbott Nutritional. The webinar concluded with presentations by Dr. Jordan on the connection between sleep apnea and mental health in women, emphasizing the importance of screening and treatment, and Dr. Dave Levy thanked the presenters and organizers for their contributions to the event.

1ST SPEAKER – DR. BAKER SLEEP APNEA AND HOW IT AFFECTS WOMEN HEALTH (1 HOUR)
DR. JORDAN EATON – MENTAL HEALTH & SLEEP APNEA (1 HOUR)
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DR REDDYS - GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease) and Pain Management- Expert Strides Seminar
2026-01-15 18:30 - 21:00 | Zoom Room, Web-to-Web, Jamaica
✅ TIMED AGENDA – January 15, 2026
CME Event: GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease) and Pain Management – Expert Strides SeminarOrganizer: Caribbean College of Family Physicians – Jamaica ChapterSponsor: Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories Jamaica Ltd.Venue: Online (Zoom Platform)Date: Thursday, January 15, 2026

Time
Duration
Segment
Speaker/Facilitator

6:30 PM – 6:40 PM
10 min
Welcome & Context Setting
Moderator

6:40 PM – 7:40 PM
60 min
Session 1: Navigating Gastrointestinal Challenges: Focus on GERD Management + Clinical Case Study
Dr. John Pandolfino

7:40 PM – 8:40 PM
60 min
Session 2: Managing Neck and Lower Back Pain + Clinical Case Study
Dr. Daine Clarke

8:40 PM – 8:50 PM
10 min
Q & A Session
All Faculty

8:50 PM – 8:55 PM
5 min
Vote of Thanks & Closing Remarks
Moderator

(2 CME Credits for attendees)
PROGRAMME GOALS
GERD – Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease

To discuss the latest guidelines and trends in GERD management.

To update and expand knowledge among primary care physicians on managing GERD in family practice.

To encourage interdisciplinary dialogue through structured Q&A sessions.

To update clinicians on emerging GERD therapies and acid-suppressive options.

Pain Management

To discuss the management of neck and lower back pain in Jamaica.

To review the latest guidelines and trends in pain management.

To highlight assessment techniques for pain severity and quality-of-life impact.

To discuss multimodal treatment approaches including pharmacologic, non-pharmacologic, and interventional strategies.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES
GERD Management

Review the latest guidelines for PPIs and other acid-suppressive therapies and lifestyle interventions.

Interpret international and regional clinical guidelines to optimize GERD management.

Evaluate the role of diagnostic tools such as endoscopy, pH testing, and imaging.

Apply guideline-based GERD management strategies through clinical case analysis.

Pain Management

Review the local prevalence and epidemiology of neck and lower back pain.

Discuss current guidelines in pain management.

Determine optimal diagnostic and clinical management strategies for neck and back pain.

Apply guideline-based management strategies through patient case study evaluation.

DESCRIPTION OF EDUCATIONAL METHODOLOGY
✔ PowerPoint Lectures✔ Case-Based Learning✔ Interactive Discussion✔ Evidence-Based Guideline Review✔ Live Q&A session

TARGET AUDIENCE
Family Physicians, General Practitioners, Nurses, Allied Health & Care Professionals, Medical Residents.
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CCFP J - JVMA ANNUAL ONE HEALTH CONFERENCE
2026-01-17 15:00 - 2026-01-18 19:00
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ETHICS & MENTAL HEALTH
2026-01-25 12:00 - 16:00
Theme: Transforming Primary Care with Technology: AI, Ethics, and Digital Health
TIME: 12:00 PM

DR. REDDY'S - CCFPJ Guardians of Heart CME
2026-01-29 18:30 - 21:30
DR. REDDY’S MEETING – Guardians of Heart CME
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BIOETHICS Theme: Navigating Complex Ethical Dilemmas in Modern Medicine
2026-02-15 12:00
BIOETHICS Theme: Navigating Complex Ethical Dilemmas in Modern Medicine
TIME: 12:00 PM

CCFPJ PAIN MANAGEMENT SEMINAR - FEB 19, 2026 - PART 1
2026-02-19 19:00 - 21:00 | Zoom Room, Web-to-Web, Jamaica
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Practical Approaches to Pain Management in General Practice: Addressing the Common and the Complex
DATE OF ACTIVITY – Thursday, Feb 19, 2026
LOCATION OF ACTIVITY ; Web-based (Virtual via Zoom)
DURATION OF ACTIVITY : 2 Hours
ORGANIZER: Caribbean College of Family Physicians (CCFP Jamaica Chapter)
MODERATOR : Dr. [Insert Moderator Name] – Family Physician / CCFP Executive

PROGRAMME AGENDA
6:55 pm – 7:00 pmLogin / Registration of Participants
7:00 pm – 7:05 pm (5 mins)Welcome & Opening Remarks

Dr. [Insert Moderator Name] – Family Physician, CCFP Executive

7:05 pm – 7:30 pm (25 mins, 0.5 CME Credit)Session 1: Musculoskeletal Pain in Primary Care

Low back pain, neck pain, and joint pain: evidence-based management

Practical strategies for referral vs. in-office careSpeaker: Dr. [Insert Name], Consultant Rheumatologist

7:30 pm – 7:55 pm (25 mins, 0.5 CME Credit)Session 2: Headaches in General Practice

Differentiating migraine, tension-type, and secondary headaches

Safe prescribing practices and red flagsSpeaker: Dr. [Insert Name], Consultant Neurologist

7:55 pm – 8:20 pm (25 mins, 0.5 CME Credit)Session 3: Neuropathic Pain in Primary Care

Diabetic neuropathy, post-herpetic neuralgia, and other common causes

Non-opioid pharmacological and non-pharmacological approachesSpeaker: Dr. [Insert Name], Family Physician / Pain Specialist

8:20 pm – 8:45 pm (25 mins, 0.5 CME Credit)Session 4: Psychological Dimensions of Pain

Depression, anxiety, and somatization in chronic pain patients

Role of counseling and multidisciplinary supportSpeaker: Dr. [Insert Name], Psychiatrist

8:45 pm – 8:55 pm (10 mins)Panel Discussion & Q&A

Moderated by Dr. [Insert Moderator Name]

8:55 pm – 9:00 pm (5 mins)Closing Remarks & CME Evaluation Instructions

Dr. [Insert Moderator Name]

TOTAL CME CREDITS REQUESTED
2.0 CME Hours

Pain Management:Practical Approaches to Pain Management in General Practice: Addressing the Common and the Complex PART 2
2026-02-22 11:00 - 14:30
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Practical Approaches to Pain Management in General Practice: Addressing the Common and the Complex
DATE OF ACTIVITY – Sunday, Feb 22, 2026
LOCATION OF ACTIVITY ; Web-based (Virtual via Zoom)
DURATION OF ACTIVITY : 3 Hours
ORGANIZER: Caribbean College of Family Physicians (CCFP Jamaica Chapter)
MODERATOR : Dr. [Insert Moderator Name] – Family Physician / CCFP Executive

PROGRAMME AGENDA
Login / Registration of Participants
(5 mins)Welcome & Opening Remarks

Dr. [Insert Moderator Name] – Family Physician, CCFP Executive

(25 mins, 0.5 CME Credit)Session 1: Musculoskeletal Pain in Primary Care

Low back pain, neck pain, and joint pain: evidence-based management

Practical strategies for referral vs. in-office careSpeaker: Dr. [Insert Name], Consultant Rheumatologist

(25 mins, 0.5 CME Credit)Session 2: Headaches in General Practice

Differentiating migraine, tension-type, and secondary headaches

Safe prescribing practices and red flagsSpeaker: Dr. [Insert Name], Consultant Neurologist

(25 mins, 0.5 CME Credit)Session 3: Neuropathic Pain in Primary Care

Diabetic neuropathy, post-herpetic neuralgia, and other common causes

Non-opioid pharmacological and non-pharmacological approachesSpeaker: Dr. [Insert Name], Family Physician / Pain Specialist

(25 mins, 0.5 CME Credit)Session 4: Psychological Dimensions of Pain

Depression, anxiety, and somatization in chronic pain patients

Role of counseling and multidisciplinary supportSpeaker: Dr. [Insert Name], Psychiatrist

(10 mins)Panel Discussion & Q&A

Moderated by Dr. [Insert Moderator Name]

(5 mins)Closing Remarks & CME Evaluation Instructions

Dr. [Insert Moderator Name]

TOTAL CME CREDITS REQUESTED
3.0 CME Hours

DR. REDDY'S - CCFPJ - Diabetes CME
2026-02-25 18:30 - 21:30
TOPIC: Diabetes CME
PRESENTERS: Drs. Emmanuel and Chin-Harty (confirmed)
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CCFP JAMAICA WFDD SEMINAR
2026-05-10 08:00 - 17:00
Opening & Welcome – 10 minutes

WFDD 2026 overview

Jamaican context

Session 1: Compassionate Care in the Digital Consultation – 30 minutes

Maintaining trust and empathy in telemedicine

Continuity of care in virtual settings

Session 2: Ethics, AI and Digital Health in Primary Care – 30 minutes

Data privacy, bias, and accountability

Family doctors’ role in shaping ethical digital systems

Session 3: Jamaican Perspectives – Opportunities & Challenges – 30 minutes

Case examples from primary care practice

Equity, access, and digital literacy

Panel Discussion & Q&A – 15 minutes
Closing Reflections & WFDD Call to Action – 5 minutes

Learning Objectives
By the end of this activity, participants should be able to:

Describe how compassion can be preserved in digital and virtual primary care.

Identify ethical considerations related to digital health and AI in family medicine.

Apply people-centred principles to digital transformation in Jamaica,s primary care.

CCFP JAMAICA WFDD SEMINAR
2026-05-14 19:00 - 22:30 | Zoom Room, Web-to-Web, Jamaica

AGPJ - INTERNATIONAL MEN'S DAY WEBNAR "MORE THAN MUSCLES"
2026-11-19 19:00 - 21:30 | Zoom Room, Web-to-Web, Jamaica
The theme “More Than Muscle: Recognizing Depression and Anxiety in Male Patients” is timely and impactful—it reframes mental health as integral to men’s overall well-being and equips physicians to break through emotional silence and cultural stigma.
Here are topic suggestions under this theme, ideal for a CME event or webinar:
🧠 Suggested Topics & Titles:

“Behind the Mask: Atypical Presentations of Depression in Men”

Examines how irritability, substance use, workaholism, aggression, and risk-taking may mask underlying depression or anxiety.
Teaches physicians how to screen without direct mental health labeling.

“The Quiet Crisis: Suicide Risk and Emotional Isolation in Men”

Identifies red flags in seemingly ‘functional’ men.
Discusses age-related suicide trends and the importance of routine mental health screening in primary care.

“Tired, Tense, and Testy: When Stress Signals a Deeper Struggle”

Helps differentiate between burnout, stress, generalized anxiety, and depressive disorders.
Links physical symptoms like sleep problems, headaches, and GI issues to underlying mental health.

“Words Matter: How to Talk to Men About Mental Health”

Offers practical communication strategies to initiate supportive conversations without shame or judgment.
Includes phrases and open-ended questions that work in brief clinical visits.

“Hormones and the Mind: Exploring the Overlap Between Low Testosterone and Depression”

Explores how hypogonadism and mood disorders can overlap.
Offers guidance on when to test, refer, and manage.

“Mental Fitness: Rebranding Mental Health for Male Patients”

Provides tips for reframing mental health care in terms of performance, resilience, and strength.
Discusses culturally appropriate and male-friendly messaging for primary care clinics.

“Pharmacologic and Non-Pharmacologic Options for Male Mental Health”

Offers practical first-line treatment strategies (e.g., SSRIs, CBT referrals, lifestyle changes) tailored to the male patient.
Reviews what to consider when prescribing for men reluctant to accept a diagnosis.

CME Webinar Agenda
Theme: More Than Muscle: Recognizing Depression and Anxiety in Male Patients
Date: [Insert Date – ideally near Father’s Day or Men’s Health Week]
Time: 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Format: Virtual (Live or On-Demand)
Audience: Primary Care Physicians, GPs, Family Medicine Practitioners
🕒 Agenda Outline
6:30 PM – 6:35 PM
Welcome and Opening Remarks

Representative from the Association of General Practitioners of Jamaica (AGPJ)
Brief overview of the relevance of male mental health in primary care

6:35 PM – 7:05 PM
🧠 Presentation 1:
“Behind the Mask: Atypical Presentations of Depression in Men”

Speaker: Psychiatrist or Mental Health-trained GP
Learning Points:

Recognizing non-traditional signs of depression in male patients
Risk-taking, substance use, anger, and somatic symptoms
Tools and tips for screening without triggering shame or denial

7:05 PM – 7:35 PM
💬 Presentation 2:
“Words Matter: How to Talk to Men About Mental Health”

Speaker: Family Physician or Behavioral Health Specialist
Learning Points:

Strategies for building rapport and trust
Language, metaphors, and phrasing that resonate with male patients
How to integrate mental health conversations into routine visits

7:35 PM – 8:05 PM
💊 Presentation 3:
“Treatment That Fits: Managing Male Mental Health in Primary Care”

Speaker: Family Physician or Clinical Psychologist
Learning Points:

First-line pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic options
Supporting medication adherence in reluctant patients
When to refer and how to follow up effectively

8:05 PM – 8:25 PM
🎤 Panel Discussion / Q&A:
“Breaking the Silence: Changing the Narrative on Men’s Mental Health”

Moderator: AGPJ Executive
Panelists: All three speakers
Focus:

Questions from attendees
Real-world examples of success in clinical encounters
How GPs can shift the mental health culture in their practices

8:25 PM – 8:30 PM
✅ Closing Remarks & CME Credit Instructions

Thank speakers and participants
Provide link or code for CME certificate
